Organizations are increasingly expected to consider the environmental, social, and economic impacts of their purchasing decisions. Sustainable procurement has become a critical business practice for building resilient supply chains, managing risk, creating long-term value, and contributing to sustainable development. This course provides a comprehensive introduction to sustainable procurement and the internationally recognized guidance of ISO 20400:2017, helping learners understand how sustainability can be integrated into procurement policies, strategies, governance, and day-to-day procurement processes.

Throughout the course, you will explore key concepts such as sustainable development, the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the Triple Bottom Line, and the core subjects and principles of ISO 20400:2017. You will learn how organizations can implement sustainable procurement through effective leadership, stakeholder engagement, due diligence, governance, performance management, sourcing strategies, supplier selection, and contract management. Using practical examples and real-world applications, the course demonstrates how sustainable procurement can create positive environmental, social, and economic outcomes while supporting organizational objectives. Whether you are a procurement professional, sustainability specialist, supply chain practitioner, contract manager, organizational leader, or anyone involved in purchasing decisions or supplier relationships, this course will provide the knowledge and foundation needed to understand and apply sustainable procurement principles in alignment with ISO 20400:2017. By the end of the course, you will be able to explain the key elements of ISO 20400:2017, identify strategies for integrating sustainability into procurement practices, and describe how procurement can contribute to sustainable development and responsible business performance.